The short answer

Extra steps

Canadian lawyers must pass the Barreau du Québec knowledge exams, including civil law I, civil law II and the ethics exam, before a full permit is issued.

Source
“proof that you have passed the following exams:”
barreau.qc.ca/en/prospective-members/canadian-lawyer/permanent-mobi...

Both provinces

Licensed in SaskatchewanMoving to Quebec
Licence status Licence required Licence required
Regulator The Law Society of Saskatchewan Barreau du Québec
Guide Lawyer in Saskatchewan Lawyer in Quebec

Steps to transfer

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